Hard work after winning the lottery

He explained things in a simple and easy-to-understand way, without any grand theories, just practical and useful information.

Hua An listened intently, his pen flying across his notebook as he took notes.

He would occasionally ask a few sharp questions.

"What if they use force majeure to shirk their responsibility?"

"Clearly define what constitutes force majeure, and close off all room for interpretation."

In their back-and-forth conversation, the sense of distance between them was visibly dissolving.

Instead, there is a tacit understanding and recognition unique to men.

After discussing the last detail regarding insurance coverage.

Hua An closed his laptop and let out a long sigh of relief.

The huge weight that had been pressing on his heart seemed to have been lifted away by Zhou Yanjin's few words.

I felt much more relaxed.

"Okay, I know how to talk to the manager over there."

Zhou Yanjin looked at him with gentle eyes.

These past few days together have given him a completely new understanding of his brother-in-law.

Although young, and impulsive.

But he has a tenacious spirit and a strong sense of responsibility towards his family.

This is very rare.

The courtyard fell silent.

On the distant western hillside, flocks of white sheep can be vaguely seen moving like clouds.

That is the root of the Hua family, and also the path for Hua'an's future.

Zhou Yanjin picked up the tea, which had already cooled down, and took a sip.

After the bitterness comes a subtle sweetness.

He suddenly spoke, his voice somewhat low.

"Hua An, thank you."

This thank you came suddenly.

Hua An's hand, which was about to reach for the kettle to refill his water bottle, froze in mid-air.

He turned his head, somewhat dazed, and looked at Zhou Yanjin.

"Thank me? Thank me for what?"

"I didn't save you any money. The logistics deal will cost you a lot more."

He cracked a joke in an attempt to ease the sudden seriousness.

Zhou Yanjin, however, did not laugh.

He put down his teacup, turned around, and faced Hua An.

Those deep black eyes were filled with sincerity.

"Thank you for staying and taking over this family business."

Zhou Yanjin's gaze swept over the small courtyard, which, though dilapidated, was full of life.

"I know how difficult it is for a young person struggling in a big city to make this decision."

"You gave up your social circle and the career path you had originally planned."

"I am willing to return to these mountains and work with the soil and sheep."

Hua An's eyes flickered, and his Adam's apple bobbed slightly.

He never expected that Zhou Yanjin would see through his deepest inner struggle.

Yes, how could he not feel any regret?

"Because you stayed and held this family together."

"Only your sister can truly pursue the life she wants without any worries."

"She no longer has to worry about the elderly in her family being left unattended, nor about the sheep on the mountain being left unmanaged."

Zhou Yanjin's voice was soft, yet every word carried immense weight.

"You gave her her freedom."

"It also brought us together."

Zhou Yanjin paused at this point.

His gaze fell on Hua An's face, which bore a resemblance to Hua Yun's.

"And thank you..."

"They were finally willing to accept me."

"They are willing to let me be a part of this family."

In the past few days, although Hua An didn't say anything, Zhou Yanjin had noticed the changes in his actions.

From initially being cold and indifferent, to later becoming awkward and hesitant.

And today, I took the initiative to discuss business with him.

This is a silent acceptance.

For Zhou Yanjin, this recognition was more precious than securing a multi-billion dollar contract.

Because these are the family members that Hua Yun cares about most.

Hua An looked away somewhat uncomfortably.

His cheeks were slightly flushed, like a little boy whose secret had been exposed.

The pen twirled between my fingers before falling onto the table.

It made a soft "click" sound.

There was a long silence.

Hua An finally spoke, his voice low and tinged with stubbornness.

"I...I'm not accepting you."

To cover his embarrassment, he picked up his teacup and took a big gulp, not caring that it was cold.

"I'm happy to see my sister."

"I saw Sitao, Sile, and Si'an smiling so happily after they had a father."

Hua An lowered his head, looking at the tea leaves floating in the cup.

There was a slight, almost imperceptible tremor in his voice.

"My sister has suffered so much these past six years."

"She never talks about the grievances she suffers outside; every time she calls home, she only reports good news and never bad."

"But I know how difficult it is for her to raise three children alone and still work so hard."

Hua An's eyes reddened slightly as he recalled his sister's once thin and frail figure.

He took a deep breath, suddenly raised his head, and looked directly into Zhou Yanjin's eyes.

"Zhou Yanjin".

This was the first time he had addressed Zhou Yanjin by her full name.

"You are rich, you are a big CEO, you have power and influence."

"But I'll tell you."

Hua An clenched his fist, his knuckles turning slightly white.

"If you ever dare to make my sister suffer even the slightest grievance in the future..."

"If you dare to let her shed another tear."

"Even if you are the King of Heaven, I will not let you go."

"I'll risk my life to bring her back."

"Baixi Village will always be her home, and we will always be her support."

These words, though harsh, were also deeply moving.

This is a younger brother's clumsy yet most sincere act of protecting his older sister.

Zhou Yanjin was not angry about this "threat".

On the contrary, a deep emotion surfaced in his eyes.

I feel only joy.

Yunyun is blessed to have such a younger brother.

That was also his good fortune.

You won't have a chance.

Zhou Yanjin took over the conversation, her voice calm yet resolute.

I assure you.

"As long as I, Zhou Yanjin, am alive, she will be the apple of my eye."

"I will spend the rest of my life making up for all the suffering she has endured in the past."

"If I don't keep my promise."

Zhou Yanjin's lips curled into a self-deprecating yet determined smile.

"I won't forgive myself even if you don't lift a finger."

a long time.

Hua An's tense shoulders finally relaxed.

The last bit of defensiveness and awkwardness in his eyes finally vanished completely in the face of Zhou Yanjin's honest and responsible gaze.

He could tell.

This man is serious.

Hua An pursed his lips, picked up the teapot on the table, and refilled Zhou Yanjin's cup with water.

The movements were a bit rough, and a few drops of water splashed out.

"Alright, remember what you said today."

"If I ever forget, I'll record this and put it on your company's big screen and play it on a loop."

Hua An muttered to himself, but his ears turned red.

Zhou Yanjin looked at the ripples spreading out again in the cup and couldn't help but chuckle softly.

"Okay, it's a deal."

A gentle breeze rustled the leaves.

Two men sat under the shade of a tree, one looking at a computer screen, the other gazing at the distant mountains.

No further words were spoken.

Hua An knew that his sister's choice might really be right.

This man is someone you can entrust your life to.